Parkwood Primary School
82%
Capacity
197
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Parkwood Primary School
Parkwood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hackney community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Parkwood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Thomas, it falls under Hackney local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6226th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 49 in Hackney.
Parkwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 73 applications for 27 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Parkwood Primary School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cross Country, Dance, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hackney, Parkwood Primary School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Queen's Drive, Parkwood Primary School, LONDON, Hackney, N4 2HQ |
| Headteacher | Paul Thomas |
| Local Authority | Hackney |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.5% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 240 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6226th of 13,686
Nationally
1073rd of 1,592
In London
40th of 49
In Hackney
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
64%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
73
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Queen's Drive, Parkwood Primary School, LONDON
Hackney, N4 2HQ
Queen's Drive, Parkwood Primary School, LONDON
Hackney, N4 2HQ
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